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VK12 PXC

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

176,181 mi
Last recorded176,181 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 PXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 176,181 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 171,858 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 163,923 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 155,951 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 148,077 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 138,074 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 119,327 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 94,206 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 56,240 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 37,122 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 37,122 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?

Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
7,146
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 641
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 514
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 316
Headlamp aim too high 207
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 207
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VK12 PXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 68,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Phaeton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 641 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK12 PXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Phaeton typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VK12 PXC?

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What year was VK12 PXC registered?

VK12 PXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is VK12 PXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 PXC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK12 PXC have outstanding finance?

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